Epson LQ 310 Dotmatrix Printer
The Epson LQ 310 is a purpose built 24 pin dot matrix printer designed for demanding high volume environments where reliability is non negotiable. Featuring a print speed of up to 416 characters per second and a robust carriage mechanism rated for 10,000 power on hours, the LQ 310 is the go to machine for retail billing counters, pharmaceutical invoicing, and logistics dispatch printing. Its compact footprint makes it ideal for space constrained POS environments, and its USB, serial, and parallel interface options ensure compatibility with legacy ERP and billing software without any driver modification.
Key Features
- Fast print speed up to 416 cps
- High MTBF reliability rating
- USB, Serial and Parallel Interfaces
- Compact footprint
- Compatible with all major billing software
Technical Specifications
| Print Method | Impact dot matrix |
|---|---|
| Number of Pins | 24 pins |
| Print Speed | Up to 416 chars/s |
| Paper Paths | Manual Insertion, Tractor |
| MTBF | 10,000 POH |
Ideal Use Cases
Retail Billing Counters
The LQ 310 is the industry standard for high traffic retail POS environments. Its near instantaneous print speed eliminates counter queues during peak hours, and its robust 24 pin head handles multicopy carbon paper invoices with ease.
Pharmaceutical Invoicing
Pharmaceutical distributors rely on dotmatrix printers for statutory multicopy invoices that require a physical carbon impression. The LQ 310's adjustable platen gap accommodates up to 4 part invoice books reliably.
Logistics & Warehouse Dispatch
Dispatch slips, challan copies, and lorry receipts printed on impact printers are legally recognised documents. The LQ 310's parallel port supports direct connection to legacy WMS and ERP systems common in Indian logistics operations.